The MCE for
Obuasi Municipal Assembly, Hon. Richard Ofori Agyemang Boadi has promised to do
all in his power to ensure peace before, during and after this year’s general
elections.
According to
him without peace there is no way the nation can move forward. He therefore urged
the youth not to be used by politicians to perpetrate acts of violence in this
year’s election.
He further
noted that one of the ways to promote peace in this year election is through
social activities like soccer. In view of this, he has planned to organize at
least three soccer competitions before the general elections.
He said this
during a community soccer Gala organized by Time Fm, a local radio station
in Obuasi, held to mark Ghana’s 56th
Republic day anniversary. The competition which was won by Kwapia, drew
participants from sixteen communities in the Adansi areas
.
Kwapia beat
Obuasi Estate in the grand finale 5-4 on penalties to clinch the ultimate trophy
as well as a Go TV decoder and other products from sponsors.
Hon Ofori
Agyemang Boadi added that, this idea of organizing soccer competitions will go
a long way to raise talents for the Nation.
The
Kontihene for Dompoase Divisional Area, Nana
Bosompem Kitikyi Apenten II who was the special guest of honour advised the youth on the need to ensure peace before,
during and after the election by being law-abiding citizens.
Dr Patrick
Boakye Yiadom Npp Parliamentary Candidate for Obuasi East also took turn to
advise the youth on ensuring peace.
On his part
the general manager of Time fm Mr Richard Akwasi Gyamfi, in his closing remarks
thanked all and urged the talented footballers to be extra serious on their God-given
talent as soccer is now a lucrative venture.
Acting Chief Imam and his entourage were present to grace the
occasion.
Other
communities who participated in the event include Obuasi Central, Ntonsua,
Wamase, Akrokerri, Kyekyewere, Apitiso, Mensakrom, Pewodie, Kunka, Mile 14,
Sofo Lagon and Hia.
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